Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,780 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,422
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1251
- Phase 3240
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression382
- Alzheimer Disease339
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia227
- Mild Cognitive Impairment198
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder145
- Opioid Use Disorder142
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism94
- Suicidal Ideation89
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University62
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- The University of Hong Kong51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California520
- Massachusetts267
- New York256
- Texas209
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania171
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona108
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,780 total
- NCT06800898Recruiting
Orexin gene study in anorexia nervosa
This study looks at a gene called orexin in women with anorexia nervosa. It aims to understand how this gene might be related to the condition, which could lead to better treatments.
Oggebbio, VerbaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06803485RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two antidepressants for pain-related somatic symptom disorder
This trial tests whether venlafaxine or dosulepin works better for people whose main problem is pain from a condition called somatic symptom disorder. You may join if you are 18–65, have not recently taken similar medication, and do not have other serious health issues.
Bhubaneswar, OdishaAges 18–65 - NCT06801925Enrolling by invitation
Voice Chatbot for Depression Screening
This trial tests a voice chatbot that uses artificial intelligence to screen for depression. It aims to see if the chatbot is effective and easy to use.
LondonAges 18–65 - NCT06795126Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for pain and anxiety in kids getting IVs
This study tests if a virtual reality game called Little NIRVANA can help reduce pain and anxiety in children getting an IV. It's for kids ages 2 to 8 in the emergency department.
Columbus, OhioAges 2–8 - NCT06799429Recruiting
Exercise program for people with memory challenges
This trial tests whether a structured exercise program can help people with mild to moderate memory or thinking problems. You'll work with a trainer to improve your fitness and brain health.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06800703Recruiting
Opioid use, pain, and the brain
This study uses brain scans (MRI) to understand how pain affects people with opioid use disorder or regular opioid use, compared to healthy volunteers. It aims to find better ways to treat both pain and opioid addiction.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–60 - NCT06799351RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Gut bacteria and nerve pain after chemo
This study looks at how bacteria in your gut (microbiome) might be linked to nerve pain from chemotherapy. It is for people who are already in the OzoParQT trial and will provide a stool sample to help understand this connection.
Las Palmas, Las PalmasAges 18 years+ - NCT06801041RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for anxiety or depression in cancer survivors
This trial tests if a single dose of psilocybin, given with therapy, can help cancer survivors who struggle with anxiety or depression. You would travel to MD Anderson for treatment and follow-up, and must stop certain medications beforehand.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06793488RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Anxiety and alcohol use disorder treatment study
This study tests whether a medication called disulfiram (Antabuse) can help people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) feel less anxious when they stop drinking. Researchers will also use brain scans (MRI) to look at how the brain changes during early abstinence.
New York, New YorkAges 21–55 - NCT06800742Recruiting
Body composition study for teens with anorexia
This study looks at body composition in adolescent girls with anorexia nervosa. It aims to better understand changes in the body during treatment and may help improve care.
Oggebbio, VerbaniaAges 12–18 - NCT06801210Enrolling by invitation
Long-term health after elite weight-sensitive sports
This study looks at the long-term health of former elite athletes from sports that focus on weight, like gymnastics or rowing. Researchers want to understand how retiring from such sports affects your body and mind over time.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT06796062RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for opioid use disorder
This study tests whether psilocybin can help people who want to stop using opioids and are already in treatment. Eligible participants receive a single dose of psilocybin in a supervised setting and are followed to see if it reduces opioid use.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–65 - NCT06801197Recruiting
Mobile app to help you prepare for eating disorder treatment
This trial tests a mobile app designed to help people who are waiting for eating disorder treatment feel more prepared. If you are a woman on a waitlist in British Columbia, you might be able to use the app to support your journey.
Kelowna, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06803043Enrolling by invitation
Trauma-informed partner violence program for men
This trial tests a new kind of program for men who are required by the court to attend a partner violence intervention. The program is trauma-informed, which means it takes into account past experiences that might affect behavior. If you are a man on parole or probation in Rhode Island and have been ordered to attend an IPV (intimate partner violence) class, this study looks at how well the program works for you and your partner.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05705999Recruiting
TMS treatment plus CBIT study for Tourette’s tics
This trial tests whether a treatment called TMS, added to an evidence-based therapy called CBIT, can reduce Tourette’s tics more than CBIT alone. You may be assigned to different study groups, and they will also use brain imaging to measure changes.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–100 - NCT06776705Recruiting
Low-intensity ultrasound for sleep problems in chronic tinnitus
This trial tests if a gentle ultrasound treatment can improve sleep in people with ongoing tinnitus. It focuses on older adults who have had tinnitus for at least 3 months and struggle with sleep.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06685601Recruiting
Light therapy for kids with ADHD
This study tests if transcranial photobiomodulation (light therapy) can help children aged 6 to 18 with ADHD. It is for children who are not on other ADHD treatments.
Jinan, ShandongAges 6–18 - NCT06458985Recruiting
Helping people decide who to tell about opioid treatment
This study tests a program that helps people getting treatment for opioid use disorder decide whether and how to share their history with others. It aims to support you in making choices that feel right for you.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 18 years+ - NCT06187025Recruiting
Addiction & Stroke: Smartphone tool for prevention
This study tests whether a smartphone tool can help people who have had a stroke make healthier choices to prevent another one. It specifically looks at how the tool might help manage addiction-related risks.
BordeauxAges 18–80 - NCT06175104Recruiting
HeartGPS: Support for parents after a prenatal heart diagnosis
This study tests a counseling program for parents whose unborn baby has a serious heart condition called single ventricle. The program aims to help parents manage stress and support their baby's development before and after birth.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06411561Recruiting
Boosting memory after ICU stay for older adults
This study tests a combination of activities (like cognitive training and exercise) to help older adults recover thinking and memory after a serious illness in the ICU. It may help you regain sharpness and independence after leaving the intensive care unit.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 60 years+ - NCT06788678Recruiting
Web-based moral elevation for veterans with PTSD
This trial tests a website designed to help veterans with PTSD feel inspired by stories of others' good deeds, which may reduce PTSD symptoms. You would complete sessions online and answer questions about your experiences.
Temple, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06788977Recruiting
Migraine treatment in pregnancy with a nerve stimulation device
This trial tests if a device that gently stimulates a nerve on your forehead can safely treat migraines during pregnancy. You'll use the device at home and track your headaches via text or email.
Darien, ConnecticutAges 18–44 - NCT06786624RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment
This trial tests a new medication called NBI-1065845 added to your current antidepressant for people with depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment. It aims to see if this combination can better improve your symptoms.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,780 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,430 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Mental health” cover here?
- Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We group each study into mental health based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a mental health trial near me?
- Use the search to filter mental health studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.